Frozen waves of Lake Baikal

The first acquaintance with the Baikal ice. The ice of Lake Baikal is very different, beautiful and unique in every place. You will walk on the ice, take original photos and skate. Next, you will have an equally amazing excursion – a trip on a khivus (hovercraft) to the Circum-Baikal Railway (KBZHD). And then you will go along the ice road to the ice caves and make your most secret wish in a powerful energy place – Cape Burkhan.

Location

Russia, Irkutsk
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Duration
4 Days
3 Nights
Departures
  • Group departures
    • Dates for next season
    • 5 – 8 February, 2025
    • 10 – 13 February, 2025
    • 21 – 24 February, 2025
    • 24 – 27 February, 2025
or
Accommodation
  • Hotel
    3 nights
Comfort
  • Midscale
  • Upscale
  • Premium
Difficulty
Easy
Suitable for everyone
Group
Up to 16 people
Minimum age
10 years old
Group meet at
Russia, Irkutsk
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Weekends: 8am - 7pm (GMT +3)
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Tour highlights

Bubble Ice
Let's hunt for bubbles and take cool photos against the background of the most beautiful
Ice caves
Let's enjoy the incredibly spectacular crystal world of Lake Baikal
A Place of Power
Let's feel the mystical energy of Cape Burkhan and make a wish
On Khivus along the KBZHD
Two in one: a comfortable walk on Khivus and the masterpieces of KBZHD architecture

Itinerary

  • Day 1 - The ice of Lake Baikal. Bolshoe Goloustnoe

    Welcome to Irkutsk! 

    Group gathering:

    • Airport – 8:00-8:30, inside the building at the exit to the city (opposite the baggage claim).
    • Railway station – 9:00-9:30, inside the building at the exit to the city (suburban ticket offices).

    We have breakfast in a cafe, discuss the upcoming program and then go on our first acquaintance with the Baikal ice. 

    The ice of Lake Baikal is very different, beautiful and unique in every place.

    Today we will have a delightful trip to Bolshoe Goloustnoe. 

    It is here that millions of bubbles are formed, frozen in ice. 

    We walk on the ice, take pictures. 

    Those who wish can rent skates (self-payment).

    Lunch during the tour. 

    Return to Irkutsk, accommodation at the hotel.

    Dinner on your own.

    Guide: Yes. Meals: breakfast, lunch.

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  • Day 2 - Khivus tour along the KBZHD
  • Day 3 - To the Center of Lake Baikal on the island of Olkhon. Frozen waves of Lake Baikal
  • Day 4 - Departure
Difficulty
Suitable for everyone

Accommodation

Accommodation
  • Hotel
    3 nights
Comfort
  • Midscale
  • Upscale
  • Premium

The tour includes accommodation in a hotel in Irkutsk.

The cost of the tour for 1 person, depending on the accommodation, RUB.:

Placement 2-3-person Additional payment for 1-room accommodation
Standard (in turklass hotels: Yakovlev, Matryoshka, Green, Cote d'Azur or similar)37 9509 000
Comfort (in 3 hotels*:Taiga, Empire, Irkutsk or similar)45 50014 600
Comfort + (in Baikal Forest, Courtyard Marriott hotels)51 20021 000
VIP (in Amursky hotels, History)66 30032 000

The possible accommodation options are presented below, accommodation in other facilities is possible according to availability (i.e. at the discretion of the tour operator), not lower than the class.

The distribution of tourists by place blocks ends 2 days before the start of the tour. It is not possible to choose a hotel in advance for accommodation.

Irkut Hotel or The Angara Hotel or 3 nights
Irkut Hotel

Irkut Hotel is located in the center of Irkutsk, just a 5-minute walk from Kirov Park. It offers a shared lounge and a 24-hour front desk. The Angara Embankment is 500 metres away.

The classic-style rooms are equipped with a TV, a kettle and a wardrobe. The private bathroom comes with free toiletries and a hairdryer.

There are several restaurants and cafes within walking distance of the hotel. Free secure parking is available on site at the Irkut Hotel.

Irkut Hotel is 3 km from Irkutsk Passenger Train Station and 11 km from Irkutsk International Airport. Irkutsk Bus Station is a 20-minute walk away.

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Another option
The Angara Hotel

The three-star hotel is located in Irkutsk, next to the City Hall building on Kirov Square. It offers a beauty salon and 3 international restaurants. Free Wi-Fi is available. All rooms are decorated in bright colors.

The Angara Hotel has a sauna. Beauty treatments are also available.

All rooms and suites at the Angara Hotel are decorated in a modern style. The air-conditioned rooms and suites are equipped with a work desk. A hairdryer is also provided.

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Another option
Baikal Forest Hotel

Baikal Forest Hotel is located in Irkutsk, 2.5 km from V. Bronstein Gallery. It offers a bar and private parking. The hotel has a 24-hour front desk, a restaurant and free Wi-Fi, as well as room service. Those who wish can book family rooms.

They are equipped with air conditioning, a desk, a kettle, a refrigerator, a safe and a flat-screen TV. The private bathroom is equipped with a shower. Towels and bed linen are provided in each room at Baikal Forest Hotel.

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Another option
The Amursky Hotel

Hotel Amursky is located in Irkutsk, 2.7 km from V. Bronstein Gallery. It offers a restaurant, free private parking, a fitness center and a bar. This 5-star hotel offers concierge services. There is also a luggage storage space. The reception is open 24 hours a day and free Wi-Fi is available throughout the property. Room service is available. An airport shuttle is available.

The rooms at the hotel are equipped with air conditioning, a desk, a kettle, a minibar, a safe, a flat-screen TV and a private bathroom with a bidet. Towels and bed linen are provided in all rooms at the Amursky Hotel.

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Tour conditions

Group
up to 16 tourists
Minimum age
10 years old
Duration
4 days 3 nights
Group meets at
Russia, Irkutsk

Included in price

  • hotel accommodation in the selected category;
  • all transfers according to the program;
  • guide services;
  • nutrition: 
    • Day 1 – breakfast, lunch;
    • Day 2 – breakfast, lunch;
    • Day 3 – breakfast, lunch, dinner;
    • Day 4 – breakfast;
  • excursion to the KBZHD on Khivus;
  • excursion to Bolshoe Goloustnoe;
  • excursion to Olkhon island with a visit to ice caves and splashes.

Paid extra

  • air or railway tickets to Irkutsk and back;
  • additional services of the hotel and recreation center;
  • meals not specified in the tour program;
  • placement of another level;
  • individual service;
  • additional excursions on request;
  • skate rental – about 400-500 rubles.

It's important to know

Personal equipment you need for the tour
  • Necessary clothes and shoes:
    • warm and stable shoes;
    • a warm windproof jacket (preferably with a hood);
    • trousers – with the same qualities as the jacket;
    • the hat is better synthetic, with a non-blown membrane;
    • warm two-layer scarf;
    • non-blown gloves and mittens (gloves can be made of fleece, mittens must be with protective material) it is better to take both;
    • thermal underwear;
    • fleece;
    • sweater, T-shirt;
    • trekking winter socks (moisture-absorbing) + wool socks. (and light cotton ones);
  • Camping equipment:
    • sunscreen;
    • sunglasses (you can also take a ski mask);
    • thermos (at your discretion);
    • first aid kit (personal);

Also, for the convenience of moving with personal belongings, you can take a backpack up to 40 liters or a small bag (in addition to a suitcase / bag that will be located at the hotel).

  • Documents:
    • passport;
    • the child needs a birth certificate;
    • a compulsory medical insurance policy.
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